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IndiaThe weather in May in Kolkata
It's hot in May in Kolkata with an average temperature of 37°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 33°C to a high of 38°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 25°C and 28°C.
Looking for sun? May isn’t a good month to be in Kolkata. The average temperature of 37°C this month is uncomfortably hot, and there’s too much chance of rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Kolkata, India. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 48°C in 2020, Kolkata reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 28°C in 2014. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 19°C to a highest value of 31°C.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 134 mm of precipitation, spread over 17 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in May for Kolkata
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Kolkata. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Kolkata | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 37°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 38°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 25°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 134 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 17 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Kolkata with hot temps, averaging around 37°C during the day and nights around 27°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps stay steady at around 37°C, with nights around 27°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Kolkata is around 37°C, while nighttime temps are about 28°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
The hurricane season in Kolkata runs from June to November.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Kolkata, India. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Kolkata
Temperature in May in Kolkata over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Kolkata, India. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in May in Kolkata
Total precipitation in May in Kolkata over the years
Daily UV index in May in Kolkata
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Kolkata, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Kolkata by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Kolkata. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.